Spicy Crock Pot Jalapeño Pickles for a Flavorful Dinner Twist

Ingredients

- 12 fresh jalapeños, rinsed and sliced into 1/4-inch rings
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 teaspoon citric acid

Instructions

1. Prepare Jalapeños:
Begin by thoroughly washing and drying the jalapeños. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each jalapeño into 1/4-inch rings, removing seeds for a milder flavor or leaving them in for an extra kick.

2. Set Up Crock Pot:
Place the sliced jalapeños into the crock pot. Ensure they are spread evenly to allow for uniform brining.

3. Prepare Brine Solution:
In a medium-sized bowl, combine 3 cups of water with 2 tablespoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of citric acid. Stir until the salt and citric acid are completely dissolved, creating a clear brine solution.

4. Pour and Mix:
Pour the prepared brine solution over the jalapeños in the crock pot. Gently stir with a wooden spoon to ensure even coating of the jalapeño slices.

5. Set Cooking Time:
Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to low heat. Allow the jalapeños to cook for approximately 2 hours (PT2H), infusing them with the brine for a perfectly tangy and spicy flavor.

6. Cooling Process:
Once the cooking time is complete, turn off the crock pot and let the pickled jalapeños cool down for about 30 minutes (PT30M) at room temperature.

7. Storage Solution:
Transfer the cooled jalapeños with their brine into sterilized glass jars, sealing them tightly. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before consuming for optimal flavor absorption.

Total Time

PT2H30M
2 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

200 total calories

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